Financial Scam
Learn about a heartbreaking case where a physically challenged man was duped Financial scam of ₹96 lakh by a relative impersonating an RBI employee, promising hefty returns on investments. Discover the details of the scam and the legal action taken against the perpetrator.
A 67-year-old physically challenged man named Govind Rane, residing in Lalbaug, Mumbai, fell victim to a distressing financial scam orchestrated by a relative who deceitfully posed as an employee of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Rane, who had retired from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, was deeply concerned about securing a stable income to ensure the well-being of his disabled son, particularly after the demise of his wife in 2014. Consequently, he was drawn to the promise of financial stability when the accused, identified as Mrudula Kiran Surve, introduced herself as an RBI official at a social event in 2016.
Under the guise of assisting Rane in securing his son’s future, Surve convinced him to invest in what she claimed were RBI bonds, assuring him of a lucrative monthly return of ₹2 lakh. This proposition resonated strongly with Rane’s desire to provide for his son’s needs and safeguard their livelihood. Initially investing ₹22 lakh in the purported RBI bonds, Rane gradually entrusted Surve with a staggering sum of ₹96 lakh over the course of six years, from 2017 to 2023.
However, as time passed and Rane began to inquire about the returns on his investment, alarming inconsistencies emerged. Despite Surve’s assurances and the presentation of what appeared to be official documents, including forged share certificates and bank passbooks, Rane failed to receive the promised returns. The situation worsened when the post-dated cheques provided by Surve for the purported returns were dishonored upon presentation.
Compounding the deception, Surve went to great lengths to maintain the illusion of legitimacy, instructing Rane not to disclose the details of his investments to his close relatives, including his daughter. As a result of this elaborate scam, Rane was left financially devastated, having entrusted all his savings and retirement funds to Surve. Presently, Rane and his son subsist on a meager pension of ₹30,000 per month, highlighting the dire consequences of the fraudulent scheme.
In light of these egregious actions, Rane decided to seek legal recourse, prompting the intervention of law enforcement authorities. On Monday, a formal complaint was lodged against Surve, charging her with multiple offenses under the Indian Penal Code, including personation of a public servant, criminal breach of trust, cheating, forgery, and the use of forged documents. This legal action represents a crucial step towards seeking justice for Rane and holding the perpetrator accountable for her reprehensible actions. Financial scam
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